NPower California Tech Fundamentals and Networking & Security Administration Fall 2018

TECH FUNDAMENTALS AND NETWORKING & SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

FALL 2018

GRADUATION CEREMONY

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2018 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

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TECH FUNDAMENTALS AND NETWORKING & SECURITY ADMINISTRATION FALL 2018

GRADUATION PROGRAM WELCOME Dann Bergman, Executive Director, NPower

ALUMNI SPEAKER Daniel Robbins, U.S. Navy Veteran NPower California Co-Founder & Executive Vice President, Data Center Solutions at GIGA Data Centers

CLASS SPEAKERS Chris Ziegler NPower California, Tech Fundamentals Fall 2018 Lakisha McGowen NPower California Networking & Security Administration Fall 2018

AWARDS INSPIRATION AWARD Jacqueline Green, Director, Opportunity Onramps, Workday Inc.

NPOWER LEADERSHIP AWARD

NPOWER ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD

Jerry Doherty, U.S. Coast Guard Retired CIO Portfolio Manager, Robert Half Technologies

Lili Gangas, Chief Technology Community Officer, Kapor Center

COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER Sylvie Veilleux, CIO, Dropbox

PROGRAM COMPLETION CERTIFICATE CEREMONY NPower Staff CLOSING REMARKS AND RECEPTION Dann Bergman

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COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER SYLVIE VEILLEUX CIO, Dropbox

As the CIO of Dropbox, Sylvie is responsible for the key technology capabilities and services required to grow, scale and support the growing global business. Her team focuses on sales, marketing, finance, HR and legal business technology as well as the productivity solutions and global infrastructure and services enabling Dropboxers to do their best work. Prior to Dropbox, she was VP of IT at Mozilla Corp where she led all aspects of IT, enterprise security and the digital transformation of business technology and data. She also held leadership positions at Salesforce, Franklin Templeton Investments, Apple and Oracle, with over 30 years experience in technology roles, leading transformation and building capabilities for growing organizations. Sylvie graduated with a computer science degree. She is originally from Canada, has lived in France and is fluent in French.

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ALUMNI SPEAKER DANIEL ROBBINS U.S. NAVY VETERAN

NPower California Co-Founder & Executive Vice President, Data Center Solutions at GIGA Data Centers

“What it Really Takes to Succeed?

The modern marketplace does demand that people possess a wide range of skills to achieve success. Most of them you have to acquire, develop, and refine. But one of them—the most important one—is already inside you, ready to be let out. Don’t get in its way. It’s your passion to succeed…”

—Jack Welch After I served in the U.S. Navy and before co-founding Giga Data Centers, I was Executive Director for DCD and SGI where I was the Principal Program Manager, World Wide Business Development Manager for the ICE Cube Product line. In early 2008, I left Microsoft as a Data Center architect to take over and build a new Modular Data Center (MDC) program for SGI (formerly Rackable Systems). I took a product concept and drove/accelerated the concept to a successful product-market fit with a customer backed approach.

Within five months I kicked off a global MDC program with two employees, no marketing, zero internal funding and a strategic global partnership strategy that included the manufacturer of Microsoft’s first Containerized Data Centers. Within 12 months the MDC pipeline grew to over $140M, including manufacturing in the U.S. and Europe and deployments on nearly every continent. Being a visionary within the MDC industry, I drove the company’s go-to-market strategy, while aligning marketing & product development to sales in support of the company’s mission statement. Most importantly, I’m proud to be a graduate of NPower’s 1st ITIL & ServiceNow graduating class at Alameda. My experience with NPower has been excellent. NPower has afforded me the opportunity to increase my IT knowledge and skills, making me a valuable asset for future employers.

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CLASS SPEAKER CHRIS ZIEGLER

NPower California, Tech Fundamentals Fall 2018

“

Every day, you reinvent yourself. You’re always in motion.

But you decide every day: forward or backward.

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—James Altucher

CLASS SPEAKER LAKISHA MCGOWEN

NPower California, Networking & Security Administration Fall 2018

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We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women’s voices are heard and heeded, not overlooked and ignored.

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—Sheryl Sandberg

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OUR STORY NPower is a national nonprofit that offers an alternative fast-track to tech careers for military veterans, military spouses and young adults from underserved communities in New York, Texas, California, Maryland, New Jersey and Missouri. Our six-month program fuels a diverse pipeline of digital professionals hired into entry-and mid-level jobs by Fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S. Our state-of-the-art curriculum equips students to meet marketplace demand—engaging businesses, volunteers and nonprofits in their long-term success. We invest in the growth of our alumni with continued professional development and credentialing.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS David Reilly | Chair Chief Information Officer, Global Banking and Markets Bank of America

Guillermo Diaz, Jr. Chief Information Officer & SVP Cisco Systems

Matt Horner | Vice Chair Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise Sales World Wide Technology

Mike Fey President and Chief Operating Officer Symantec

Gail Fierstein | Secretary Senior Vice President Pearson

Richard M. Greenbaum Managing Director, Global Head Technology Infrastructure Citi

Christopher J. Perry President, Global Sales, Marketing and Solutions Broadridge Financial Solutions

Thomas Knowlton Vice President, Partner TCC Group

Dan Petrozzo Managing Director Double Partners, LLC

Steven Ballantyne Chief of Staff PowerSchool Vittorio Cretella Former Chief Information Officer Mars Inc.

Ramana Murthy Magapu Vice President, Head of Banking and Financial Services, NA Tata Consultancy Services Frank Pedersen Chief Operating Officer Consumer Dynamics

Stephen M. Murphy Senior Managing Director, Infrastructure Services Accenture

Larry Quinlan Global CIO Deloitte Diane Schwarz SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer Hunt Consolidated, Inc. Dwight D. Shepherd REAR ADMIRAL (RETIRED)

VP Client Relations GDIT Defense Division Josh Sutton CEO Agorai Bertina Ceccarelli Chief Executive Officer NPower

CALIFORNIA

REGIONAL ADVISORY BOARD

Jim Connor Executive Producer Game Changers Silicon Valley

Troy Johnson Managing Director, Western Regional Technology Deloitte

Sean Miner Head of User Experience (Global) QuinStreet

Alicia Johnson Managing Director, Infrastructure Services Accenture

Corey Marshall Director, Splunk4Good Splunk

David Ogburn Private Banker JP Morgan

Sean Perry Chief Information Officer Robert Half International Inc Kris Stadelman Director NOVA Workforce Board Sylvie Veilleux Chief Information Officer Dropbox

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STATISTICS

TECH FUNDAMENTALS FALL 2018

89% 100% 100%

GRADUATION RATE

APPLE SERVICE CERTIFICATION RATE

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT

The NPower Tech Fundamentals program includes mobility technology learning modules courtesy of the Cisco Networking Academy.

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INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Infantry Rifleman

MARCO ANTONIO U.S. Marine Corps Served 6 Years

I served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for six years as an infantry rifleman. In 2009, I was assigned to active duty and deployed to Iraq. After finishing my enlistment, I went back to school, attending while trying to figure out my long-term career goals. I worked various jobs in customer service, security and delivery while I was going to school. Before NPower, I was a journalism student at San Francisco State University. I learned about NPower through my school’s military veteran student club. NPower’s Tech Fundamentals program interested me because I had been considering a career in the tech industry for some time. Growing up in the Bay Area, I developed a genuine interest in working with computers and technology.

I’m an avid gamer; I built my computer without any formal training.

NPower helped me develop the fundamental technical IT skills and soft skills required to work in Silicon Valley’s tech industry. After graduating from the current NPower program I’m enrolled in, I plan on obtaining more IT certifications and continuing to progress my career in IT. I want to enroll in more advanced NPower programs if available.

INTERNSHIP Nutanix I am a resourceful IT professional with five years experience providing solutions in accounting, finance and customer service at non-profits governmental and Fortune 500 companies as a contractor.

I have spent the last two years educating and developing my ITIL, ServiceNow, CompTIA A+, and MAC SVC skills as a student/intern for NPower, where I recently won three Hackathon awards. (AT&T Entertainment Silicon Valley, IBM Call for Code Global Initiative Responding to Natural Disasters (42 School Silicon Valley) and the Women Who Code Silicon Valley Flutter.io Hackathon at Google.)

I love presenting innovative problem-solving techniques utilizing transformative project management, and collaborative teamwork, having the mind to complete any task! I have a strong desire to give back to NPower and volunteer my time, talent and treasure to local community causes such as Cisco’s Veteran’s Career Transition Day and the Rotarians’ Rise Against Hunger program. Thanks to the NPower staff’s technical and professional development courses, I feel I am ready for a more challenging opportunity to advance my IT career.

MICHAEL AQUINO

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JOB PLACEMENT Santa Clara County JOB IN THE MILITARY Personnel Actions Specialist

GEORGE ASUNCION

While working in manufacturing, I decided to pursue a career in IT. I have always been fascinated with computers, and felt that now was the time to turn my hobby into a career. The free program is perfect for veterans to gain hands-on computer training and professional development. The best part of this program is the internship. All the benefits of this program are possible because of the staff here at NPower. The staff is accommodating, caring and attentive to all the needs of the students to help everyone make it through the program. Upon graduation, I am very confident I will find a career in IT because of the NPower program. I will always be grateful to the staff, fellow students and most of all, the sponsors.

U.S. Army Served 3 Years Active Duty 4 Years National Guard

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies I was an undergraduate student at San Jose State University pursuing a degree in business management with a concentration in management information systems. What brought me to NPower was the knowledge I would gain to succeed in the tech field by learning tech fundamentals and professional development skills. NPower also provided me with an internship to showcase the skills I learned throughout the program and gain meaningful experience.

My time at NPower has given me a much better understanding of my career path in tech through tech talks, on-site visits and learning technical skills. I will be interning at Robert Half Technologies on their cybersecurity team. After graduation, I plan to continue working at Robert Half Technologies, while learning new skills to stay on top of the trends needed for my career.

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ALEJANDRA BRIANO Age 24

INTERNSHIP Central Computers Before starting NPower, I was trying to figure out what direction I wanted to take in life. In school, I was unable to decide on a path, and I struggled with community college. I had a job, but I needed something that would be more financially sustaining than Walmart. My mom told me about NPower, and the program seemed to be what I needed. With NPower, I have learned so much more about the tech I used a lot as a hobby and turned this knowledge into a career. I look forward to getting a job in IT support.

DANIEL DEL VECCHIO Age 23

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Engineer Equipment Mechanic When I was growing up, people told me that if you graduate college, you should be able to find a high paying job. When I found out that this was not true, in many cases, I struggled to see how I could become competitive in the job market with little to no experience. While studying at San Jose State, I joined the Marine Corps in 2015 and had expanded my views that success does not happen by following a linear path but by working through many obstacles in life and learning from failures.

Since joining NPower, I am now able to jump these obstacles and find myself in a better position to pursue a career. Studying is essential to becoming a good candidate in the job force, but it is difficult to break that first barrier and find your first step in a career. I learned the fundamentals of technology as well as how to be a better employee. I am now interning for Robert Half Technologies.

MICHAEL DINH

U.S. Marines Currently in the Reserves

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JOB PLACEMENT UPS JOB IN THE MILITARY Undesignated Airman, Aircraft Maintenance

LORENZO DOMINGUEZ

Prior to joining NPower, I worked in a warehouse for Goodwill and was simultaneously working on my prospects for professional development.

One of the Goodwill case managers named Justin Bullard, an employee of NPower, suggested I apply to the program to receive training and attain the skills needed to become an IT specialist. Keen and willing, I realized the training would expand my technical skills, setting myself on the path toward attaining technical expertise. NPower helped me acquire an incredible amount of technical knowledge. I plan to pursue employment in cybersecurity and continue to evolve my tech skills. I have confidence in my future. Above all, I aim to follow my passions.

U.S. Navy Served 11 Months

INTERNSHIP Nutanix JOB IN THE MILITARY Signal Platoon Leader When I first decided to make IT my career, I was only two quarters away from earning my bachelor’s degree. After commissioning into the Army Signal Corps, I had the opportunity to meet fellow soldiers who were already in the IT field, and I became more and more confident that it too was my destined path, but I didn’t know how or where to start. After extensive research, I came across NPower on a job hiring site, and I applied right away.

NPower provided the perfect step through the door, with not only technical knowledge but also numerous resources, that I otherwise wouldn’t have had the chance or opportunity to have. Now, I have a clearer picture of my career path, along with the confidence that I will succeed, thanks to the network and training that NPower so graciously provided.

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AH RAM HAN U.S. Army Reserve Currently Serving

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Infantryman Before NPower, I worked for the U.S. Forest Service for two years. During the end of the fire season, I sustained an injury that put me out for the next fire season. While unemployed and job seeking on Indeed.com, I saw an ad for NPower. I have always been into technology, even at a very young age.

My grandfather had me and my brothers building computers since we were six years old, so I figured hey, why not give the program a shot.

NICHOLAS KONG U.S. Army Served 3 Years

Being at NPower brought me back to the days of playing with computers with my grandfather, and I have built on the knowledge of what he taught me. I gained confidence in dealing with people, and speaking in front of an audience. I also advanced my professional development skills. I earned my CompTIA A+ certification and I am eager to put my knowledge to work.

Once I have gained enough experience, I plan on getting my Network+ certification and furthering my career in IT. I am excited about the future because of NPower.

INTERNSHIP Loaves, Fishes & Computers JOB IN THE MILITARY Gas Turbine System Technician Electrical I completed twenty years of active duty in the U.S. Navy, giving me the opportunity to visit countries in Asia, South America, and the Middle East. I earned a Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal as well as two National Defense Service Medals.

I transitioned into a customer service engineering position with Bowe Bell and Howell, working on inserter and mailer machines. The company downsized my job, so I used the G.I. Bill to pursue an undergraduate and a graduate degree from Brandman University. I came across NPower from the Cal Jobs website, and I decided to apply for the program because I have noticed that many industries are increasing their IT footprint.

My time at NPower has reignited my love for learning new topics and has served as an entry point into the many career options that the IT field offers. The workforce development program has also helped me improve my job search skills and allowed me to connect with like-minded professionals. I am looking forward to applying the technical knowledge that NPower has imparted upon me into an IT career with a focus on data analysis and predictive analytics.

JONATHAN S. LIM U.S. Navy Served 20 Years

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INTERNSHIP  Robert Half Technologies I left my job to travel with my husband before coming to NPower. Our plan was for me to get my A+ certification through self-study, apply with his company and then travel the world together working as the ultimate husband and wife duo. My husband, an NPower alumni, received a newsletter about an upcoming cohort a week after I had left my job. We decided that a classroom setting would be better for me, so I enrolled.

RHYA LUCKETT-NICHOLAS Military Spouse

Everything about this experience is priceless. The staff is unique, quirky, understanding and supportive. Each of my classmates is irreplaceable. My time at NPower has indeed exceeded my expectations. I could never fathom taking so much value from a program like this. The staff cares for you, and they are dedicated to your success. One of the most important takeaways is something I was admittedly terrified to undertake: networking. I can honestly say that I am thankful they pushed me towards this fear. My successful deployment of this skill has opened many doors for me. Now I have an endless world open to me after I graduate, and I could not be more excited.

INTERNSHIP  Robert Half Technologies After finishing college, I was lost and had difficulty finding a good job.

Applying for positions every day and not hearing back was disheartening. I found out about NPower through Indeed.com and applied to the program. I was surprised to hear back the next day. Of course, I was a bit skeptical because the program offered training, certifications and an internship, all for free. I figured I had nothing to lose at this point and decided to join the program. After the first day, I felt relieved that I had made the right decision.

The program has helped me immensely in professional development and IT. Before NPower, I had no idea what I wanted to do but with the help of the staff and peers, I have developed goals, mainly to pursue a career in cybersecurity.

WESLEY LUONG Age 23

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INTERNSHIP Deloitte JOB IN THE MILITARY Signal Support System Specialist

DANIEL MARTINEZ U.S. Navy/Army National Guard Served 8 Years

After graduating from high school at 17, I decided to join the U.S. Navy. I have always wanted to be in an organization where I can learn and become a better person. As a signal support system specialist, I trained in aircraft handling, directing, and firefighting; also gaining experience in two different types of ships. After eight years, I decided to separate and transition into a civilian career, but also to continue to serve my country by joining the Army National Guard. That is where I became interested in IT and began developing my IT skills. It is also where I realized that I needed to learn more about technology. I learned about NPower and how it could help me become more knowledgeable in IT. The program has proven to be the best choice because NPower helped me gain the fundamentals of IT, and the CompTIA A+ certification; I am learning professional qualities that employers want. NPower has exceeded my expectations by helping me believe in myself and start my career in IT.

INTERNSHIP NPower JOB IN THE MILITARY Aviation Electronics Tech (AT) I have learned and absorbed electronics since childhood, I studied programming Pascal and accounting, early on at vocational school. I’ve always been intrigued, and current with what’s innovative and my desire to be part of leading-edge tech is the reason I chose high-tech. The opportunity for aviation electronics in the Navy was my personal best choice. As a plane captain AT tech on CVN-74, working flight deck operations, I thrived in the world’s most dangerous working environment.

In the military, I earned an expert rifleman’s medal, Hall of Fame Division, Battle E, graduated top of the class, E4 promotion for academics.

I learned about NPower at Palo Alto ‘s Hiring our Heroes event. NPower’s information technology and networking classes caught my interest, so I attended a graduation for a better understanding of the professional development and education goals. I realized the program was the perfect opening to apply my legacy knowledge and update my IT skills while getting more certifications. I am grateful for NPower’s hands-on approach and know more life learning opportunities and work experience are going to help me fly.

JULIO MARTINEZ U.S. Navy Served 4 Years

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DIRECT HIRE Santa Clara County JOB IN THE MILITARY Automated Logistics Specialist I joined the military as a single mother of two in 2001 in pursuit of education assistance. Not only did I benefit from the educational benefits but I also learned how to work in a team.

DEBORAH MCCLEAN

Army National Guard Served 8 Years

Before NPower, I was pursuing my fourth degree in information technology.

Although I had previous experience in the technical field, I lacked the support and professional guidance that I felt I needed for a career and not just a job. My educational journey was very unstructured and full of financial, emotional and tragic hardships that hindered my progress and broke my self-esteem.

When I started my master’s degree, I decided to relocate to San Jose with my three-year-old daughter. I felt that I would be able to find a mentor who could give me the guidance and support that I needed to succeed. I was referred to the NPower website, and after reading about the many benefits of the program, I knew that I wanted to be a part of it. NPower has given me the career guidance that I need to succeed in IT.

DIRECT HIRE San Jose State University During the summer before my fourth year at San Jose State University, I decided to go on a search for an internship program to gain some experience in technology. I stumbled upon NPower through Indeed.com, and I knew it would be the perfect opportunity for me.

At SJSU, I major in business management information system and have enjoyed learning. NPower makes me feel right at home with their friendly and welcoming staff. I was introduced to the fundamentals of information technology through in-depth lectures and interactive activities. These lectures prepared me to take the CompTIA exam to obtain both the A+ and ACit certifications. However, those were not the only achievements I received from this excellent program. My professionalism also improved through their beneficial workshops. I was able to practice my interviewing skills and created a spectacular resume that attracted many companies.

Toward the end of the program, I gladly took a position at my university IT department. After that, I knew I had the ability to do well in IT with some training. I am a proud NPower graduate, and I embrace every moment of it.

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HAI NGUYEN

Age 21

INTERNSHIP Catholic Charities JOB IN THE MILITARY Naval Officer I joined the U.S. Navy right after receiving a bachelor’s degree in chemistry.

I joined the Navy because I wanted to get management experience. After the Navy, I found a job as a chemical technician and worked for several years in different industries analyzing parts and chemicals. After my last job, in 2008, I decided to change my direction and combine accounting and IT security.

DALE PETERSEN

U.S. Navy Served 3 Years Active Duty 9 Years Reserves

Needing a job, I took a part-time unbenefited position with the City of San Jose in the Parks Division. I had to move into the Homeless Veteran’s Emergency Housing Facility where I found out about NPower. I had a laptop that was giving me a blue screen and another with the fan going bad. I watched Lynda.com with Mike Meyers teaching 901 & 902 and learned how to fix the blue screen. I watched another video on YouTube and replaced the fan on the other laptop. After that, I knew I had the ability to do well in tech with some training. With NPower’s help, I plan to change careers to the IT field and stay employed for several years.

INTERNSHIP Sagacent My time at NPower has given me the technical and professional skills that I lacked previously. Even with a college degree, I was still unsure about what I wanted to do with my career and spent a few years trying to find a job that I liked. I looked for tech jobs but had little background in computers until I found NPower. During the interview, I found the motivation to pursue a tech career. My classmates, instructors and NPower staff supported me through the program. After graduation, I plan to work in an entry-level position in an IT related field to advance my career.

CHRISTIAN QUACH

Age 24

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DIRECT HIRE Second Harvest Food Bank

AUSTIN ROBBINS

Before joining NPower, I left college after one year with no other educational opportunities, lots of debt and no income. I did not have a plan for my future. I found NPower and discovered the fantastic opportunity to learn technology and gain valuable skills to prepare me for a career in tech. I have always had an interest in technology, and the opportunity was too great to pass up, so I packed my things and moved to sunny San Jose, CA from Eugene, OR. I have developed motivation and gained tools that will effectively help me obtain a position in the tech field. I have become better at networking, increased my contacts and found employers to transition into a career in IT. After graduation, I plan to continue to build upon my knowledge and enter security or cloud services.

Age 19

INTERNSHIP Veteran’s Affairs JOB IN THE MILITARY Hospital Corpsman I returned home from two wars in the Middle East: Operation Desert Shield and Operation Iraqi Freedom in 1991 and 2007 respectively, with an honorable discharge. I believe the leadership skills I acquired in the military can transfer to any civilian industry. My patient care techniques, as well as my ability to document all findings, subjectively and objectively, and enter into a computer database, can provide excellent customer service for any technical service company.

A VA representative told me about NPower providing the opportunity to build up my knowledge and skills in the computer industry. While attending NPower Tech Fundamentals, I also worked as an IT helpdesk trainee, supporting the engineer and architect department at the VA hospital in Palo Alto, California. My job duties and responsibilities include responding promptly to over 400 hundred computer users. I applied my technical learning at NPower to my hands-on work at the VA IT Department. After my internship, I plan on working in cybersecurity.

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NATE TRAN

U.S. Navy Served 17 Years

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Air Warfare

GEORGE SAGISI

U.S. Navy Served 11 Years

After high school, I joined the U.S. Navy because I always wanted to be a part of something bigger. The 11 years that I served taught me invaluable experiences and lessons, for the challenges and rigors of life, which have molded me into the person I am today. Before NPower, I was a full-time student at Notre Dame de Namur University and a volunteer for the Veteran’s Hospital IT department. The experience I received as a volunteer opened my eyes to the passion and interest that I have for information technology.

To pursue this passion, I looked into veteran programs that offered training in the IT field and came across NPower at a Veterans resource fair.

NPower, has without a doubt, given me the critical tools and training for me to succeed in the ever-changing world of tech. Not only have I gained technical knowledge and certifications, but also the professional expertise that will make me more marketable and competitive. My goal is to delve into the world of cybersecurity to build a safer and secure world.

JOB PLACEMENT Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Logistics Operation Manager While I appreciate routine on the surface level, I understand there is more to life. I was in this routine before I found NPower; working an okay job, finishing my post-graduate degree and preparing to look for a career in cybersecurity.

What brought me to NPower was the realization that a degree in computer science was not going to be enough in this highly competitive field. As technology soars into the 21st century, innovations and methodologies are paving the way for new talent and requirements. Competing means keeping up with this new level of advancement. What also attracted me to NPower was the passion and vision they embody towards empowering veterans. This country tends to overlook many veterans who sacrificed their lives for this great country.

My time at NPower gave me a valued appreciation for cultural diversity and a sense of pride in what I do. It has caused me to learn more than I would have in school. This opportunity has given me a new perspective on life.

After graduation, I want to pursue a career in information security and technology.

WILLIAM YADEEN KAMIL TRUMBO U.S. Army Served 3 Years

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DIRECT HIRE Cupertino Electric I was working as a return goods authorizer coordinator at Contractors Electrical Distributors where I was receiving and processing customer returns. I was thinking of either switching careers or going back to school.

Not sure of what I wanted to do, I found out about NPower through Indeed. com. After applying, I did some research on the program and felt I it would benefit me.

RICHARD VIRAY

Through NPower, I was not only able to get my A+ Certification, but I also learned a ton of professional development skills. NPower opened the door for me into the IT field, and I will continue to grow as a professional and expand my knowledge wherever I end up.

Age 23

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Electrical and Refrigeration Mechanic I was a restaurant manager before joining the military. When I realized a career in food hospitality was not something I wished to pursue, I enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps as an electrical and refrigeration mechanic. I served five years, and at the end of my enlistment, I received a Navy Achievement Medal for leading a program through a major audit. After the military, I received an AA in business and computer information systems from De Anza Community College and later obtained a BA degree in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Following my graduation, I realized a career in technology was my dream and passion, so I spent time and resources dabbling in various techniques. During this time, I came across NPower by searching Google on “information technology for veterans,” and discovered an entirely new career possibility.

NPower has taught me many things, from reinforcing my basic understanding of information technology systems and devices to great networking techniques for securing a stable career. Additionally, it was during my time at NPower where I was able to discover my ultimate career goal­—cybersecurity.

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THOMAS VU U.S. Navy Served 5 Years

DIRECT HIRE Kitty Hawk Corporation JOB IN THE MILITARY Psychological Operations (Psyop) Team Leader Before NPower, I was working as a detention officer with the county sheriff’s office as well as continuing to serve in the U.S. Army Reserve. The military taught me not only how to be a member of a team, but also how to lead.

CHRIS ZIEGLER U.S. Army Served 8 Years

I learned about NPower when a fellow veteran asked me if I would be interested in a program to help veterans transition into the IT field. I have always been interested in new technology, but the nature of how rapidly it changed and lack of formal training was a barrier. I was ready to make the change, but unsure of the path I needed to take. NPower gave me the formal training to earn my CompTIA A+ certification as well as the handson experience to be able to combine my interests in computers with a new career, along with a network of people eager to see me succeed. After graduation, I plan to continue my education to earn advanced certifications to start a career as a cyber security specialist.

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CONGRATULATIONS TECH FUNDAMENTALS FALL 2018!

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STATISTICS

NETWORKING & SECURITY ADMINISTRATION FALL 2018

90% 100% 72%

GRADUATION RATE

COMPTIA IT FUNDAMENTALS CERTIFICATION RATE

INTERNSHIPS & DIRECT HIRES (still in progress)

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INTERNSHIP San Francisco Veterans War Memorial I recently graduated from high school where I aspired to expand my knowledge of computer systems and network security; eventually I will pursue college. My work experience thus far consists of retail and customer service positions, so I decided to apply with NPower to start a career in the technology industry. I am incredibly thankful to Jim, Corey, Symone and Victor for the opportunity to earn my IT Fundamentals and Security+ certifications and for providing insightful advice and mentorship.

DIEGO ACEVEDO-GARCIA Age 18

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Avionics Specialist I was born and raised in Oakland, California and enlisted in the military soon after graduating from high school. I developed a passion for engineering during my time in the military, and shortly after my honorable discharge, I attended the University of California Berkeley where I attained a bachelor of science in nuclear engineering. During my military career, I was responsible for the technical maintenance of avionics control systems, flight navigation and RF communications systems on CH-47 and UH-1H helicopters while serving in South Korea and Fort Lewis, Washington.

Through NPower’s training, I have achieved an IT Fundamentals certification and will continue to study computer networking and security.

NPower has supported my career interests which include secure computer networking, cryptography, and IoT derived from my project management experience setting up and deploying data acquisition systems. We live in an age where technical knowledge is happening rapidly, and I am thankful to NPower for helping me to a seek career path in the IoT wireless computer industry.

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DAVID BACA

U.S. Army Served 3 Years

INTERNSHIP TBA JOB IN THE MILITARY Aviation Logs and Records I am a Malagasy-born American who enlisted in the military at 19 where I worked in aviation logs and records. After transitioning back to the civilian world, I worked part-time as a social science and mathematics/economics tutor while attending Citrus College and transferred to UC Berkeley where I currently study computer science and sociology. NPower has been instrumental in helping me learn more about technology, cybersecurity in-particular, and I am excited to better prepare myself and my peers for the technological world of tomorrow.

ALEX BAZZAR U.S. Navy Served 5 Years

DIRECT HIRE U.S. Army Reserve JOB IN THE MILITARY Inspector General, Civil Affairs Specialist, Cavalry Scout As the U.S. quietly enters a new age of cyber warfare, and as my military career ends, I wish to remain relevant and active in defense of our critical infrastructure. NPower has given me the opportunity, through foundational information technology and network security training, to continue protecting our national interests.

R. JOSEPH BERLEJUNG

U.S. Army Currently Active, Served 30 Years

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INTERNSHIP Aston Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Culinary Specialist I am a U.S. Navy veteran and have been enthusiastically teaching myself about computer networking, cybersecurity, and various other IT-related things for over 18 years. After leaving the Navy, I began searching for IT-related schools to further my IT education and luckily stumbled upon NPower, where I have earned my IT Fundamentals certification and subsequent Security+ certification. I am a team player and willing to work with people who are tech-minded and people-oriented like I am; who understands not just security, but the business side of things as well.

JACK DOUGHERTY U.S. Navy Served 4 Years

INTERNSHIP TBA JOB IN THE MILITARY Logistics Specialist, Information Technology Specialist My military career started at age 18, three months after my high school graduation. My first experience in the Army brought me to South Carolina and then to Virginia. I have since supplemented my career through various technical/professional development courses as well as pursuing a bachelor of science in computer information with a focus on computer forensics at DeVry University. During my service, I deployed twice to Iraq, during the surge, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn as part of the drawdown where I served as a logistics specialist and information technology specialist.

My technical background in IT has not been sufficient enough to land me a job in this market and NPower has presented the opportunity to get my foot in the door through their Network and Security Administration program and help provide growth in my IT career.

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OMAR FLORES U.S. Army Served 10 Years

INTERNSHIP TBA I was born in Romania and came to the U.S. with my family in search of better opportunities. My love for technology is also why I completed a degree in computer science from UC Davis. I have always been interested in technology and I volunteer my time repairing laptops for underprivileged students.

I joined NPower because I recognized that there is a demand for IT security professionals. NPower gave me the opportunity to earn the certifications that will allow me to enter this field, for which I am extremely grateful.

ROBERT GHEREBEN

Age 24

INTERNSHIP San Francisco Veterans War Memorial I appreciate NPower for giving me the opportunity to participate in the IT certification program. This experience has taught me about the various areas of computer technology, and I look forward to using this knowledge to better my education, community and be an asset to any company. I am continuing my tech education at Southern University where I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science/information systems.

DEVON HICKS

Age 20

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INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY Combat Information Center Officer While in the Navy, I was the custodian of all classified publications at my command, managed a highly skilled staff of over 45 sailors and administered large equipment inventories worth over $50 million. Upon leaving the Navy, my track record of success was further cultivated by my professional advancement in the areas of software development, process improvement, technical and operational management.

ALBERT HUTCHINSON JR. U.S. Navy Served 4 Years

Having worked in fields other than IT for several years, I was looking for ways to reestablish my foundation and regain my presence in the industry.

To that end, NPower’s training program was perfect. Their in-class instruction fit with my schedule and offered the opportunity to obtain cutting-edge certifications. I am confident the skills I have learned have enhanced my marketability in the cybersecurity arena and prepared me for future certifications up to and beyond CISSP.

INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies I have worked in the Bay Area as a programmer and IT desktop support specialist in small companies for a few years. As a graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, I am looking to change my career into penetration testing for information security. I enrolled in NPower’s program because the recruiting wall in programming is so much higher than what I expected, and they have been essential in helping me seek a career where I can still play with computers without programming knowledge. When not studying, I enjoy working with my church to give food to the poor at the SF/Marin food bank.

BILL MAK

Age 24

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INTERNSHIP Robert Half Technologies JOB IN THE MILITARY F-15 Avionics Specialist During my time in the Air Force, I deployed to England to help transition from F-111 to F-15 aircraft and make sure that the proper support equipment was available to support the aircraft.

BRUCE MAXWELL

I realize that employers are looking for people with technical knowledge and experience in project management, help desk/technical support and networking or security. NPower has been invaluable by providing me with the skills and training required by employers and has allowed me the opportunity to complete my CompTIA certification. Moreover, combining NPower’s training with my military experience and business knowledge will continue to open career paths in the IT security networking sector.

U.S. Air Force Served 7 Years

INTERNSHIP Murphy McKay With encouragement from my family and friends, I moved from Long Beach, California to Oakland to pursue a higher education. When people ask me what I do for a living, I respond with “I’m in the people business!” because at a young age I realized the alignment of my purpose is centered around the service of others. I am passionate about supporting my community and building spaces for the youth I first developed a passion for technology in my senior year of high school.

After receiving Security+, CCENT, and CompTIA computer fundamentals certification, I intend to attain CEH, OSCP, and CISIP certifications. NPower has provided me support in developing and strengthening the necessary skills to gain, maintain, and advance as a tech professional as I aspire to become an IT security consultant. Not only has their support placed me on a lucrative career path, but it also allows me to be in the position to pass on knowledge to underprivileged youth and shorten the digital divide amongst oppressed communities. I believe change is inevitable. It is up to us individually to chose to grow or digress in the midst of change.

LAKISHA SADE MCGOWEN

Age 25

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DIRECT HIRE Murphy McKay I am 19 years old, and I currently live in Oakland California. In 2017, I graduated from KIPP San Francisco college preparatory where I participated in a community service program known as Keystone. I attended City College of San Francisco but decided to take a gap year to explore other opportunities like NPower’s Network and Administration program. In the past, I have worked for a nonprofit organization called WOW Farms that provides an understanding of how to cultivate the land for healthy fruits and vegetables to the youth of Oakland.

HAWA TALLEY Age 19

NPower is perfect for me as I grew up during the digital age, so naturally I see the potential in the training I am being provided. I enjoy studying about different sciences, mainly genetics and I look forward to merging NPower’s training with my interest in science and technology in my future career.

DIRECT HIRE Murphy McKay JOB IN THE MILITARY Infantry I served in the U.S. Army with a background in armor infantry and the medical field, where I utilized different technologies in tank environments clinics and hospitals. I have attended the University of Maryland Europe campus, and I like to help inner-city youth; particularly those underserved.

I also have experience in risk management, gang intervention, and urban farming training programs. I was introduced to NPower during a veteran stand down in Antioch, California, and they have been crucial in helping keep me on the path toward an IT career and earned more certifications.

GARLAND TALLEY U.S. Army Served 3 Years

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DIRECT HIRE Travis Air Force Base JOB IN THE MILITARY Logistics Manager For the past eight years, I have served as a logistics manager with the U.S Air Force. I hold a BA in marketing, have earned an ITIL certification and hope to complete my CCNA routing and switching and Security+ very soon.

My hobbies include reading, computers, traveling and exercise. I wanted to be part of NPower because it is an organization that is passionate about technology. With its robust curriculum, the program indeed gives individuals the tools needed to succeed in the tech industry.

CARLTON THOMAS U.S. Air Force Served 8 Years, Still Active

DIRECT HIRE U.S. Army Reserve (Contractor) JOB IN THE MILITARY Medical Lab Tech, Career Information Program Advisor, Senior Enlisted Leader In my 30 years of combined military and civilian service, I’ve had the opportunity to work in various capacities and leadership roles. NPower has sparked and rekindled my passion for information technology, which has played a significant role in the success of my career. I firmly believe the training and skills I have acquired from NPower through the auspices of its strong sponsors will open an abundance of opportunities in the IT sector for myself and my fellow veterans.

ARCHIVAL URBANO U.S. Navy Served 26 Years

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INTERNSHIP TBA JOB IN THE MILITARY Dental Oral Surgery Technician After working as a dental oral surgery technician in the Navy, I worked close to 20 years as a computer system support technician with a Southern California public school. I currently hold certification in Microsoft Virtualization with Windows Server 2012r2 Hyper-V and System Center Specialist. Thanks to NPower, I am now upgrading my skills and certifications to include IT Fundamentals, Cisco CCENT and Security+.

DWIGHT WHITAKER

NPower has been crucial in my quest to prepare my skills for any new developments in the technology industry. I am very appreciative of their support in helping me grow into another great career here in the Bay Area.

U.S. Navy

INTERNSHIP TBA JOB IN THE MILITARY Logistics Specialist During my time in the U.S. Navy, I served as a financial logistics specialist in charge of $10M and as an inventory manager responsible for monitoring parts totaling over $1M. I also served as a translator and interpreter for the Chinese ambassador during a command reception held in Tahiti in 2014.

Before leaving the military, I discovered a passion for IT, specifically in the security field, for which NPower has been supportive and encouraging. It occurred to me whenever I read reports of millions of users’ information being hacked, that my service-oriented career can extend to safeguarding the network environment for the next generation. NPower has provided me with the training and skills required to achieve that goal.

FRANK ZENG

U.S. Navy Served 5 Years

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CONGRATULATIONS NETWORKING & SECURITY ADMINISTRATION FALL 2018!

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LAUNCHING TECH CAREERS. TRANSFORMING LIVES. NPower’s model is a solution to building a diverse tech pipeline. Our graduates launch tech jobs with an average starting salary of $48,000–$72,000 and are positioned to advance their career path, enabling them to earn more than their peers in lower-wage jobs through age 65. High earnings potential is the key to breaking generational cycles of poverty, positioning our students and their families to achieve long-term economic success.

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WE ARE THE FUTURE OF WORK Through partner and tech industry collaboration, our free training model is a workforce development solution for the future. We prepare untapped, diverse talent to fill the nearly 6 million jobs expected to require tech skills by 2020. Our graduates of over 3,000 veterans and young adults are hired at over 100 diverse companies and nonprofits as interns and fulltime employees.

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NPower is on a mission to place 15,000 young adults and veterans in quality jobs or continuing education by 2023.

Part of this goal is our newly launched ‘40 by 22’ initiative, which aims to expand enrollment of young women of color into NPower’s programming, supported in part by the Citi Foundation’s Pathways to Progress initiative.

Of students who enroll graduate Of alumni get jobs or continue their education

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TO OUR EMPLOYMENT PARTNERS, SPONSORS & FUNDERS Accenture

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FOR AWARDING CATERING GRANT

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